Pitlochry.

Four Seasons . More Reasons

welcome

to Pitlochry

Pitlochry is one of Scotland's most beautiful and vibrant places to visit.

In the heart of Scotland with real hospitality, clear sparkling air, beautiful scenery, rich clan history, fine food, plenty of space and lots to see and do. Pitlochry is primarily a holiday destination, which caters for the holiday maker year round in its own special way.

Major Events & Festivals

Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter

There is always something happening in Pitlochry whatever the time of year. Come along and experience our events and festivals.

The Enchanted Forest

With dazzling visuals and innovative design set against an original music score explore the stunning autumn woodland setting of Faskally Wood near Pitlochry. Scotland's premier sound and light experience.

Pitlochry Highland Games

These games were first held on the 10th September 1852 and have been held annually on the 2nd Saturday in September except for the period of the World Wars. Gates open 9.30 am Games from 10.30am to 5.30pm

Scottish County Dancing

Faith Healer by Brian Friel

13 October – 3 November. Travelling to the small towns and remote village halls scattered throughout Scotland and Wales, the Fantastic Francis Hardy, together with his indefatigably loyal wife, Grace, and their born-into-show-business manager, Teddy, promises healing to the hopeless and restoration for the sick and suffering.

Winter Words Festival

The Winter Words Festival is held every February in Pitlochry Festival Theatre. Highlights of some of the names in previous festivals include Gregor Fisher, Michael Palin, Neil Oliver, Christ Bonnington & Vince Cable.

The Christmas Festival

Come along, enjoy a scrummy lunch in one of the many eateries in Pitlochry, pick up a one day special Christmas bargain and enjoy the festive activities and community fun with friends and visitors alike.

New Year's Street Party

The New Year celebration was started by Pitlochry's Community Council to mark the new millennium. It was such a success that it has continued and grown year on year, with some 3,000 people participating each year.

A Christmas Carol

By Charles Dickens, adapted by Isobel McArthur. 21 November – 23 December. A bright, bold new adaptation of the Dickens classic – one of the most loved yuletide stories ever written. A fantastic, festive tale of redemption and compassion packed with feel-good festive music and song, dancing and joy. Rejoice with us in the Christmas spirit!

Groups & Culture

Known affectionately by many as the “Theatre in the Hills”, Pitlochry Festival Theatre (PFT) is a focal point in Highland Perthshire life, offering a varied and exciting programme of events all year round.

2019 Summer Season at PFTDate: 24th May through to the 05th October

Welcome to another packed programme of plays, concerts and workshops at Scotland’s Theatre in the Hills. Plan your trip to see one or more of these fabulous productions this Summer season.

The Pitlochry Winter Lighting Scheme starts in early October and runs until late February each year. The town is illuminated with over 60 winter LED lights and lighting features across the dark winter months.

One of Pitlochry's real strengths as a town is that it has a large number of volunteer groups and organisations, all working for the good of the town each has its own particular area of specialism. Every group contributes something to the town in some way or another, working together, to help to make Pitlochry what it is today, a successful vibrant highland town.

Groups include Pitlochry in Bloom, the Bowling Club, the Atholl Players and the Community Choir to name just a few.